Amphibian explained to kids

Amphibians are a type of animal that can live both in water and on land. There are about 6,000 different kinds of amphibians, and they are found all over the world. Amphibians usually have moist skin, and many of them can breathe through their skin as well as their lungs. This helps them to stay healthy in water that might be polluted. Amphibians start their lives as larvae in water, and then they transform into adults. Some amphibians, like frogs, toads, and salamanders, have four legs. Others, like newts and caecilians, have no legs at all. Some amphibians, like the axolotl, can regenerate, or regrow, lost body parts. This means that if an axolotl loses a leg, it can grow a new one! Amphibians are important animals because they help to control the populations of insects, rodents, and other small animals. They are also a food source for many larger animals, like snakes, fish, and birds. Unfortunately, amphibians are declining in numbers all over the world. This is because of pollution, loss of habitat, and climate change. Scientists are working hard to protect amphibians and their habitats.